This is the field of physiotherapy which relates to disorders of the muscles, spinal and peripheral joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, cartilage & nerves.
Common causes of musculoskeletal pain include sports injuries, poor working environment & ergonomics, repetitive strain injuries, poor/sustained postures, heavy lifting, direct trauma/fractures, altered biomechanics, being overweight.
Effective assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries/pain are based on a solid foundation of anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the body.
Your physiotherapist will carry out a thorough assessment to identify the source of your pain, weakness or discomfort and evaluate the different variables contributing to your condition.
Direct trauma
Sporting injuries
Repetitive strain injures
Lifting heavy objects
Sustained postures
Altered biomechanics
Pain relief
Injury prevention
Improved muscle strength
Improved joint mobility
Improved proprioception
Postural improvement / correction
Advice & awareness of ergonomic role in common conditions
